Here is a Camp Toccoa photograph of Co C of the 517th Parachute Infantry Reg. These men were most famous for Operation Dragoon though they fought heavily in Italy and later in the Ardenne. They suffered over 80 percent casualties. I took the images outside in the evening, thus the blue hue.

Im sure you have recieved a lot of private messages.    One option I would look into is an auction. Granted auctions come at a cost but also can be more of a benefit if looking to have the best exposure.    I would suggest contacting Jeff Shrader of Advanced Guard Militaria/ Bannerman's Auctions as he is now doing military auctions. Jeff has been a well-established militaria dealer and appraiser for many years as well as appraiser for Antique Road Show. For me he would be ideal place/setting for this type of collection. Here is the link to his site. Would be worth looking into he or his staff could explain or detail the fees involved.   I have deazlt with Jeff at shows and catalog sales for over 25 years and you can mention to him that I reffered you to him.   https://bannermanauctions.com/?fbclid=IwY2xjawRFNOFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFXTW9Xd1dSMXE2bDd6U0dPc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHvi0yTORixEMR-7PvGZGsXpPBP1bazZi2-xCA1H5xW8Ku50v-K_EnVweAiih_aem_wz_VYQiZnmgxui3UK7cA_Q        

This is kinda interesting. My Grandfather and his cronies started a Legion post and pretty much declared war on the local VFW. 

Great Sea Bag, what else was in the grouping?

Very nice group.

Individual items I'm not sure. Only one solid grouping though. 

OK, I just might sell it to you!  I’ll get back to you.  $1,000.00 is fine with me!   Where do you live?   Jack Flash 9APR26

Can anyone tell me what company makes the best web waist  belt?  It's not for re-enactment but actual daily wear. I see them advertised from $6-8 each to more than $20 but I wonder what the difference actually is.  Any help appeciated. Thanks.     Steve

No matter what type of PH it it, all Im hearing from the experts is that it couldnt have been awarded to the man who was KIA.

Yes, that is a good Aussy made WWII 1st Div.  I would not pay more than 100 for it as you will see several on EBay this year for a comparable price, good luck! - Cubusmc